Senior Accountant

PowerSecure, Inc.; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerSecure, Inc. in Durham is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead complex general accounting activities, including month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis within a dynamic, project-based environment.

The role partners with operations, project teams, and leadership to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls, while collaborating with tax teams on data preparation and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; 6+ years relevant experience, or a high school diploma/GED with 8+ years relevant experience.
• CPA candidate preferred.
• Strong general ledger and month-end close experience.
• Experience in project-based or complex accounting environments.
• Exposure to joint venture or shared-cost structures preferred.
• Experience supporting tax-related processes preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls (SOX preferred).
• Advanced Excel and ERP experience required.
• Ability to analyze financial data and resolve variances.
• Strong communication with non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy.
• Collaborative mindset focused on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities.
• Review financial statements for accuracy and trends.
• Prepare schedules and analyses for reporting and audits.
• Maintain internal controls and audit readiness.
• Support accounting for joint ownership and project-based structures.
• Assist tax-related financial preparation.
• Support audit requests.
• Analyze project/program financial results.
• Support budgeting and forecasting.
• Provide financial insights.
• Partner cross-functionally across teams.
• Lead or support process improvement initiatives.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SOX controls

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Communication skills

Multitasking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA candidate preferred

Tools

ERP software familiarity

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for complex general accounting activities,

The Senior Accountant is responsible for complex general accounting activities, including month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and financial analysis within a dynamic, project-based environment. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely delivery of financial information while partnering cross-functionally with operations, project teams, and leadership. The position will also have exposure to specialized accounting areas, including joint ownership/shared-cost arrangements and collaboration with tax teams, supporting data preparation, analysis, and compliance efforts as needed. The role requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while driving process improvements and continuous efficiency across accounting operations.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 6+ years relevant experience or Highschool diploma/GED with 8+ years relevant experience
• CPA candidate preferred
• Strong general ledger and month-end close experience
• Experience in project-based or complex accounting environments
• Exposure to joint venture or shared-cost structures preferred
• Experience supporting tax-related processes preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls (SOX preferred)
• Advanced Excel and ERP experience required
• Strong understanding of accounting principles
• Ability to analyze financial data and resolve variances
• Strong communication skills with non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy
• Collaborative mindset focused on continuous improvement

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities
• Review financial statements for accuracy and trends
• Prepare schedules and analyses for reporting and audits
• Maintain internal controls and audit readiness
• Support accounting for joint ownership and project-based structures
• Assist tax-related financial preparation
• Support audit requests
• Analyze project/program financial results
• Support budgeting and forecasting
• Provide financial insights
• Partner cross-functionally across teams
• Lead or support process improvement initiatives

Working Conditions

• This position is hybrid
• Occasional travel may be required for training or meetings.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate different time zones (Central/Eastern/Mountain/Pacific), if necessary.
• Be flexible for after-hours tasks, as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time, based on business needs.

PowerSecure is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This position is not open to 3rd Party Agencies or Recruiting Firms.